Understanding Cyber Security - Free Course

A recent report revealed that 81 per cent of large organisations and 60 per cent of small ones suffered a breach of security in 2014.

With cyber attacks on most businesses (at least in the form of emails carrying viruses) now a routine occurrence, it is of great importance to firms to understand and address the potential risks that a breach of information security can present.

Not only is there the potential for the theft of assets or business-critical information but also the loss of data protected under the Data Protection Act 1998 can lead to very substantial fines.

an understanding of the risks and potential impact on businesses and individuals of a breach of information security;

the responsibilities and legal requirements which apply;

managing cyber-risk; and

examples setting out potential scenarios applying to cyber-risk and what to do when confronted with them.

The contents of this article are intended for general information purposes only and shall not be deemed to be, or constitute legal advice. We cannot accept responsibility for any loss as a result of acts or omissions taken in respect of this article.